Nov 11
Introducing students to the concept of cause and effect can be both challenging and rewarding. Animated shorts offer a unique and engaging way to explore this literary concept. This lesson plan uses the animated short film “Feast” to teach cause and effect. The post also provides a list of interesting animated shorts for additional practice. …
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Oct 31
Understanding cause-and-effect relationships is an essential skill for students, as it helps them grasp how events are interconnected and how one event can lead to another. This post shows effective ways to teach cause and effect with clear examples and activities. Included is a video lesson that demonstrates these concepts in action. Below, you’ll find …
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Oct 28
Is memorization a challenge for your students? Whether it’s memorizing facts for a test, vocabulary for language arts, or math formulas, these simple memory techniques can make all the difference! With these proven techniques, mastering facts, sequences, or concepts becomes easier and more enjoyable. By applying these strategies, students can improve their recall and confidently …
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Oct 21
November 23rd is Fibonacci Day, which celebrates the Fibonacci sequence. This sequence is a series of numbers where each number is the sum of the two before it, starting with 0 and 1. It goes like this: 0, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34… The sequence can be observed in nature, such …
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Oct 14
Teaching compare and contrast is a fundamental skill in helping students understand both literature and film. Engaging resources, like animated shorts, can make the learning process enjoyable and memorable. This lesson plan focuses on how to teach compare and contrast using the animated short The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore. Compare and Contrast …
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Oct 07
Understanding how to identify similarities and differences is crucial for students, as it helps them organize and process information more effectively. In this post, I explain four graphic organizers to compare and contrast various elements in reading and writing. I’ve also included a video lesson demonstrating the use of these organizers with a fun and …
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Sep 30
Halloween is a magical time of year that sparks students’ imagination, making it the perfect occasion to integrate fun and engaging writing activities into your classroom. Whether your students are delving into spooky stories, experimenting with Halloween-themed science projects, or creating their costume designs, these writing activities will not only captivate their interest but also …
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